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Nature Notes

Nature Notes: Art in Nature – Patterns, Contrasts, Cycles, and Inspiration

Discover the beauty of art in nature, where patterns meet unpredictability, and wildness coexists with calm. Explore the Fibonacci sequence, intricate textures of moss and lichen, and the quiet inspiration found in forests. Celebrate Earth Week with a student art exhibit at The Ridges Sanctuary, showcasing creative interpretations of nature’s wonders.
Nature Notes: Owl Prowling By Dan Scheiman, PhD, Staff Ornithologist/Visitor Engagement Specialist We’ve heard from some of our readers regarding concerns about the use of playback for calling owls. First, […]
Reconnecting with the Natural World Throughout the Winter Season By Anna Foster Program Director Going outside in the winter can sometimes seem like more trouble than it’s worth. When the […]
Looking Back to Move Forward By Katie Krouse, Executive Director What a year it’s been.  As I sit here at the end of December, reflecting on the incredible year we’re […]
Summer Project Spotlight: Butterflies of The Ridges Sanctuary By Heidi Williamson The following is a Summer Project completed by Heidi Williamson, 2024 Summer Naturalist at The Ridges Sanctuary. Heidi is […]
Summer Project Spotlight: Indigenous Plant Use in The Ridges Sanctuary and the Door Peninsula  By Leah Hamblin The following is a Summer Project completed by Leah Hamblin, a 2024 Summer […]
Tips for a Sustainable Holiday Season By Amy Shook, Naturalist Some of my favorite memories growing up are getting everyone loaded up into the car and driving to the Christmas […]
Nature Notes: Share the Shore – Protecting Shorebirds During Fall Migration By Dan Scheiman, Visitor Engagement Specialist Fall migration is in full swing. In addition to songbirds, shorebirds are also […]
Nature Notes: Helping Wisconsin Bats By Anna Foster, Program Director Imagine walking down a boardwalk by the light of the moon, feeling the cool breeze from Lake Michigan through the […]